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Loved the video. Thanks. I do have a helpful suggestion for you, however. I'm a woodworker, by trade so use a battery operated drill A LOT. To keep your drill bits from coming out, during use: Hand tighten as tight as you can, then turn the chuck one click in the opposite direction. This will lock your drill's chuck and prevent it from loosening and releasing the bits. I hope that this helps! I know how frustrating stuck bits can be. Even most woodworkers don't know this tip so please share!
Great ideas. I have ,unfortunately , 2 comments. The cane on the inside could have been hidden with another form of cane. They make a rope cane that you glue on as a frame to hide the chipped up edges of the cane . Also when you tucked your skirt around the bottom to hide it I would have wrapped it around the underside and tucked it out of sight . Staples and glue would have been hidden . You can see where you’ve stapled it . Obviously not a big deal to those that bought these items. What a profit !!! The finishing details to me matter when I repurpose something. Those doors where janky to begin with so you did nothing wrong and you fixed it fine. I hope it’s ok to post suggestions on doing it differently. I feel like I’m supposed to say “ great job “ or else I’m not allowed to comment. I enjoy your voice and that you don’t chatter up a storm. Video was very good .
Thanks for the comments, Deb! You are absolutely allowed to give ideas and suggestions. I am new to this as are a lot of people, so I want this channel to be a place where others can learn from my successes AND my mistakes, and we can learn from each other as well. Of course I can’t change something after it’s sold but I can ALWAYS learn something new for next time 😀Thanks so much for being here and thanks for the feedback!
@@emilymulcahy I knew that a spline was a piece of wood inserted into a space to fill that space . I’ve heard Tom Johnson talk about putting a spline into furniture he is working on . So it makes sense that it’s called a spline . Thank you .
I've seen other youtubers take a wooden dowel, cut it to fit the inside the frame and paint it to match the piece. Gorilla glue to hold it in place and it covers uneven edges and the staples. You might also want to invest in an electronic stapler. Will save you time and energy!
It looks a lot better with just folding and stapling rather than ripping the skirt off. I have been doing that also. i don't know why others haven't discovered this method.
Nice, the only criticism I have is that it might perhaps have been a good idea to cover the underside of the chair with fabric before installing the legs, this would have covered up the exposd springs and given a more professionally finished look.
Great idea with the skirt! I think the piping above the skirt looks nice, so it's a bonus to be able to keep that. I also like that you stained the legs!
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The first time I watch a rocker remake with removing the skirt...I thought “Why?”. Wouldn't there be an obvious line of its attachment, not to mention discoloration from the areas exposed to light with the area not having been exposed? While watching I assumed the skirt backing was too thick to fold it over, as you did, which is why it must not be an option. But you just proved it can be done and it looks awesome!!
Haha thanks! I have felt that WHY as well! There IS an obvious line. There IS discoloration! I guess a lot of people just don't care! But I do haha. Thanks for watching and thanks for being here!
I agree with all the above! I even had the thought of why not stape it up in a way that if a person prefers the look could pull the staples and still have it. Not sure why but a lot of people like that style of chair just the say they are. I'm not one of them! 🤣😂 My great aunt has one and for years I've begged her to let my upgrade hers into a cooler version! My thoughts were exactly what she did to this chair! My aunt has the light real color with the ottoman. I want to do this even more now!
I mentioned a Lauren "Furniture Flipping Teacher" that she should fold the flap under. She was not a fan of the idea. Glad to see someone else doing it.
Everyone has their own way of doing things. Having tried it this way, I prefer this way! But to each their own, and Lauren is so successful with what she does in her own style and ways.
Your chair flip is genius! I’ve owned a rocker/recliner that is a blue version of your flip. I’m going to study it to see if I can update it as you did. Also, I love the addition of the cane. The cane shrinks as it dries leaving a taut surface. Great instructional video!
Thanks so much! Yes I bet you can do it for sure. I have flipped a bunch of similar chairs (check out some of my older videos if you want to see some) and it’s definitely possible to make it work though each one is different. Thanks for watching! Happy flipping :)
I don't know what kind of podcasts you're into, but one of my faves is The Fairy Tellers. Every two weeks, Katrina and Geoff retell fairy tales from all over the world (using their hilarious down-to-earth style) and then explore some of the themes and history and cultural meanings. They put in a ton of research but really work hard to make everything very accessible - no literature degree required! It's a great way to learn new stories, learn about new cultures, and learn more about where some more familiar stories came from. It makes FANTASTIC listening for doing projects!
I have been wondering why the young ones rip skirts off. It often damages the fabric and leaves an ugly ‘unfaded’ area that really looks nasty and unfinished. Good thinking 99 lol
Hi Gail! Haha! Yeah, it's interesting. I have done it both ways, and although I prefer this new way, I definitely was able to sell chairs the other way as well. Some people aren't that picky and don't mind it-- to each their own. That said, I'm glad I figured out this way of doing it, because I like the result a lot more! :) Thanks for watching!
Genius!!! Although I’ve never flipped chairs...I’ve seen “rip the skirt off” videos over and over. I always wondered...could you tell where the staples were? Or I wondered if the fabric would match, meaning once the skirt was removed, you’d see the difference of color...faded or not. I guess that’s why I never flipped chairs. Perfection again.
I only flip furniture but I’ve been thinking about flipping chairs for a while. One of the thrift stores in my area has rows and rows and rows and rows of chairs but I always walk by them. Maybe I’ll give it a go!
Leaving the skirt and the welt looks so much better than removing it! These chairs always have a thick napped fabric like velvet or velveteen so it gets crushed where the welt and skirt are attached. There’s going to be an obvious line of demarcation when removed, also a color variation where the under side hasn’t seen any sunlight. The chairs look unfinished when the welt is removed and the line is an eyesore. The way you flipped it is much more visually appealing! It’s so funny, I grew up around these types of chairs, and I always thought they were “grandma chairs”. Too bad it took so long before I could see the potential they had. Bonus, they are super comfortable!
Thanks so much, Angela! I agree. I have done it both ways and will never go back at this point! :) And yeah, haha. After I started flipping these chairs I found one in my parents basement! But they are keeping it as-is haha. Thanks for watching!
Your channel came up in my suggested videos. When I saw you didn't rip the skirt off, I was truly impressed. I've noticed on other videos that you can clearly see the discoloration after ripping it off. Personally, I would not spend any decent amounts of money when I can tell the skirts have been ripped off and I don't care for fringe around the chairs to cover this issue unless of course it truly complements the chair and is really pleasing to the eye. Thus far, I haven't seen that. Just my humble opinion though. So overall, I think you did an amazing job. It's also a plus with all the great suggestions in the comments! Great video! :)
Thank you so much! I agree with you. It's so interesting but also having done it both ways, some customers care and some do NOT! So it's personal preference I suppose. Anyhow, thanks for watching :)
For those doors, make a simple A-frame with eye screws (think swing set). Then you can hang them with wire to spray them. Gets you off the ground, saves your back, and allows the whole thing to paint and dry. Just touch up where the wire is, if needed.
Hanging hinges can be a pain. Use a fine knife to score lines above and below the hinges before you remove them, and mark which hinge came from where so everything goes back in the exact same place.
Omg you are genius! I just got a chair and I want to rip the skirt but it's nailed on was impossible! now! you saved my time and make the chair worth more! Thank you!
I just found a chair almost identical to this one, except it had legs, not a swivel. I did take off the skirt, but saved the piping trim. I hot glued the trim back on and it covered the staples. I also had to remove the staples and re staple the fabric that was under the skirt because it was very haphazardly stapled. I do like the idea of not removing the skirt, just folding it up, but concerned about bulk. From the angle you photographed the chair at the end the metal plates for the legs were visible. Since this chair was not designed for legs, that may the reason why. I was lucky that there was not any fading of color that other people mentioned. Keep on working and improving your skills.
Hi Anne! That is awesome. I'm glad that you had success with your chair! Yeah, sometimes they are very haphazardly stapled.... results may vary haha! I have just recently learned that the bulk is only an issue if there is too much fabric covering the wood where the screws go in. There is a way to screw in the new leg plates FIRST and then fold, cut, measure and glue/staple the fabric in place perfectly so that the metal doesn't show but I only just thought of that right this second haha. That said, the metal only showed because of the angle I photographed it ... but otherwise you couldn't see it from standing or sitting height. Great feedback, though! I'm always always always learning, and I so appreciate thoughtful comments like yours. Thanks for watching!
I would have left the doors with the glass. The cane was unevenly installed and scraggly where you stapled and cut it, it wasn't finished. I would have been an unhappy buyer. I prefer a bronze hinges and draw pulls.
A handyman I used to know always told me to tighten screws loosely in each hole and then tighten the two opposite and then the other two opposite so as not to add undo stress to any one area.
Thanks, Nanette! Yes, I posted this video in April and I've definitely learned SO MUCH since then. Check out my newer videos if you haven't already! Flipping is so fun :) Thanks for watching!
Drill tiny pilot holes on the bottom frames. Screw in two cup holder hooks. You can hang them on a wooden hanger. Preferably one that swivels. You will have access to the entire frame
To paint frames (doors or pics) I hang them on a wire, like an opened coat hanger. Just unscrew the neck of the wire hanger and make a Z shape. Hook one over the top of something and put the frame on the bottom of the Z to hang freely. Make sure the coats are light or it will run. That works for me!
I’ve been tempted to get a sprayer but concerned about clogging and cleaning in general. You are the first person I’ve seen use a topcoat with one. As for your doors, always number the hinges they make a difference
Hello! So it is easy to clean as long as you don't leave it sitting out for days on end (......) but I will say that this particular one has a motor attached to the spray piece and if the motor gets overheated I have found that the paint can get kinda clogged.
Two tips from an old furniture flipper. Use the beads you removed from back of cabinet doors, to seal the frayed edges of cane. And never EVER cut off chair skirts. If you want to staple them under, keep them intact. These types of chairs always look more balanced with skirts, and at some point this fad of "no skirt" will end. Too many lovely old chairs will be trashed due to lack of skirts. We have an obligation to the planet and to heritage, to ensure the pieces we work on can stay the distance. Don't do anything that can't be undone.
When putting in screws. Don’t Tighten one down put a one in go CrossFit Meta put another one in tighten them down across from each other one at a time never tighten the screw and then try and tighten the other three. That’s my opinion of course go across from each other
Beautiful! I did not look like there were the corner pieces of fabric on the chair. That is the challenge I have discovered. How to get that fabric tucked up and stapled with that corner piece inserted. I have two beautiful Cheryl chairs but the legs are stuck in way far up. So I am trying to figure out how to staple the skirt around the existing legs. I don’t think I could remove the legs without destroying the chair
Thanks so much! Yes, I know exactly what you are talking about, I think. Check out this video, around 4 minutes in I remove the corner piece and staple the other pieces under. It can be done. You go this ! th-cam.com/video/0fUYPTVpG54/w-d-xo.html
Good job!!👍 The fabric stapling is an excellent idea!!! I will keep this in mind if I ever flip any chairs. Also I love your hair cut. It looks amazing on you.
May I suggest a way to get the corners a little neater on the chair? Take the middle piece, lay it flat, staple it with staples close to inside. Trim off excess, then fold the others in. Or you might be able to just reduce the bulk by cutting out lining
Haha, Jacquie, I'd love that! Except that these are plain seltzer cans :) I drink way more seltzer than beer, though, so I'm here for it! Thanks for watching :)
Thank you sweetie love it ALL! I'm looking for a realistic ideas, I'm also sell on Facebook and also want to buy furniture to flip, but I need to star from scratch and this is a realistic idea me, keep them coming 😘
I would have changed the cardboard backing on the cabinet. Lowe’s or Home Depot would have cut out a piece the size you needed, Masonite or some other inexpensive wood would do. I think your projects came out nice. I personally like a skirt on certain pieces. Most TH-cam furniture make overs remove the skirt. But it isn’t always necessary all the time. Does your paint sprayer require an air compressor? I would like to have one that doesn’t. Keep up the good work. I’ve been rehabing furniture for many years and I love to do it. 👍🏼
Totally. At the time I didn't even know that was an option!!!! I am still a beginner but learning so much every day. This video is from April so I've graduated a couple levels since ;) The paint sprayer doesn't require an air compressor. I'll do a tutorial on it soon! Thanks for watching.
I'm not great at podcasts, but I do think Kacha and Christina Muscari started one, maybe they just did one or two episodes. But I like Crime Junkies, from what little I know. I do listen to Hoopla, I get it free through my library, which is a lot like audible.
That looks sooo much better than tearing the skirt off! But in my neck of the woods you're lucky to find a chair like that for under $80, and then you're lucky to sell it for $100. If I do it I'll do it for myself.
I'd like to know more about the paint sprayer. I think it must take FOREVER to clean! 🤢 I have shelves that need painted! Figured I'll paint and throw away roller sponge when finished as I always do when I've painted walls! 😂 Hate paint clean-up and the rollers are never the same.
Awesome, Jules! I will be doing a sprayer tutorial/review soon.... And it's actually not too hard to clean out! You just wash it with soap and water. I use all water based chalkstyle paints which are really easy to clean. They come out of brushes and rollers really easily as well! Thanks for watching :)
First of all I don’t mind making mistakes as I am a beginner. However, I have great success selling these without the rockers and it’s in high demand. Some people prefer it with the swivel and some without. Ive sold them both ways and whenever I remove the swivel rocker and put on new legs it sells for higher. Thanks for watching.
Did you sand in between coats of paint? And then did you wipe it off it looked in the photos pretty dusty. Overall you did a brilliant job on the TV stand and the chair kudos to you😊
Hi Suzanne! I didn't sand between coats. And it DID look super dusty in the photos... I was rushing taking the photos but I did go over it and wipe it down well before selling. Check out my newer videos if you haven't already-- this is from April and I've learned SO MUCH since then! Thanks for watching :)
RUST-Oleum makes a water-based one step stain and polyurethane in various colors that is low VOC and can be used inside with no respirator. It dries very fast. Look for Varathane ONE STEP STAIN & POLYURETHANE I’ve used this product for years and really like it. It comes in quart size only I think ☀️
Wow, Thanks Bonnie!! I didn't know that. I am always looking for things that are low VOC as I don't love wearing my respirator for hours on end ha. Thank you so so much I will look into this! -Clara
Thank you! I’ve watched a few and can’t figure out why people are tearing off and wasting the skirts. At least maybe take it off carefully and use the fabric for bolster pillows or something. And there’s never an explanation why they’re doing it. It’s also so much nicer stapled up like that instead of a different shade torn up edge for no good reason.
First time to watch you and I really like you and your easy going personality. I know I watched it from 3 months ago, but could you increase the volume of your videos? Thanks.
Thanks, Jason! Honestly, it depends. Sometimes people love the swivel rocker!!! And some prefer legs... Generally I will leave on the swivel rocker if it looks good but often they are old and beat up :)
I think it would have looked better if you would have finished the rattan off on the inside of the doors as it looked very messy and also the hole in the back..a small piece of hardboard would have been a better option and spent the extra £5 ..
I agree with you Jane! However this was my first time ever using cane or doing this type of project so I didn’t know what I didn’t know :) but now I do, for the future! Cheers to learning 🥂
Nicely done! Much like culture clothing, it’s nice to have well finished edges on every part, even the unseen areas. Some hacks to make The piece look good only work from the social aka “good “side. No one wants to see the “bad “ side. It’s kind of tacky. This is much nicer, And leaves a better impression.
Curious what cleaning solution you use for cleaning the chairs?? I have the same machine and haven’t used it yet. Thanks for the great video . Brilliant work!!!
Thanks! I will make one soon. Definitely some ups and downs with it and still getting it figured out, but I do still feel like it totally beats painting with a brush!!
Hi Marie! I definitely did that but they were off kilter to start with :( It just wasn’t a very high quality piece unfortunately! Luckily I was able to make do in the end. Thanks so much for watching!
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Loved the video. Thanks. I do have a helpful suggestion for you, however. I'm a woodworker, by trade so use a battery operated drill A LOT. To keep your drill bits from coming out, during use: Hand tighten as tight as you can, then turn the chuck one click in the opposite direction. This will lock your drill's chuck and prevent it from loosening and releasing the bits. I hope that this helps! I know how frustrating stuck bits can be. Even most woodworkers don't know this tip so please share!
Great ideas. I have ,unfortunately , 2 comments. The cane on the inside could have been hidden with another form of cane. They make a rope cane that you glue on as a frame to hide the chipped up edges of the cane . Also when you tucked your skirt around the bottom to hide it I would have wrapped it around the underside and tucked it out of sight . Staples and glue would have been hidden . You can see where you’ve stapled it . Obviously not a big deal to those that bought these items. What a profit !!! The finishing details to me matter when I repurpose something. Those doors where janky to begin with so you did nothing wrong and you fixed it fine. I hope it’s ok to post suggestions on doing it differently. I feel like I’m supposed to say “ great job “ or else I’m not allowed to comment. I enjoy your voice and that you don’t chatter up a storm. Video was very good .
Thanks for the comments, Deb! You are absolutely allowed to give ideas and suggestions. I am new to this as are a lot of people, so I want this channel to be a place where others can learn from my successes AND my mistakes, and we can learn from each other as well. Of course I can’t change something after it’s sold but I can ALWAYS learn something new for next time 😀Thanks so much for being here and thanks for the feedback!
Caining edge is called spline
@@emilymulcahy I knew that a spline was a piece of wood inserted into a space to fill that space . I’ve heard Tom Johnson talk about putting a spline into furniture he is working on . So it makes sense that it’s called a spline . Thank you .
@@debkeyworth8429 I only found that lil bit of trivia out when I was looking for ways to fix an old chair about 2 weeks ago lol
I've seen other youtubers take a wooden dowel, cut it to fit the inside the frame and paint it to match the piece. Gorilla glue to hold it in place and it covers uneven edges and the staples. You might also want to invest in an electronic stapler. Will save you time and energy!
The skirt idea is BRILLIANT! It leaves a mark when you rip it off, and sometimes it’s a different color underneath. So smart!
Thank you!!! I agree. Took me a while to figure it out but now I won’t ever go back to ripping! Thanks for watching :)
It looks a lot better with just folding and stapling rather than ripping the skirt off. I have been doing that also. i don't know why others haven't discovered this method.
Right???! I think it’s so much better- no weird staple holes or faded fabric either. Glad I finally figured it out!
my brain wasn't smart enough to think that way..... it's so simple seriously! glad she shared it
My heart is always happier, when I see furniture getting a second life. ❤️
Thank you so much! I agree 💙
Nice, the only criticism I have is that it might perhaps have been a good idea to cover the underside of the chair with fabric before installing the legs, this would have covered up the exposd springs and given a more professionally finished look.
That's a great idea! Thanks for watching :)
That is a great idea... thin black cotton fabric would do the trick, cheap too.
Great idea with the skirt! I think the piping above the skirt looks nice, so it's a bonus to be able to keep that. I also like that you stained the legs!
Thanks so much Elise! I love the look of the piping too- and it’s so much easier!!
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Stapling the fabric underneath is a brilliant idea! You go girl!
Haha thanks Julie! It’s so much easier, too!! :)
The first time I watch a rocker remake with removing the skirt...I thought “Why?”. Wouldn't there be an obvious line of its attachment, not to mention discoloration from the areas exposed to light with the area not having been exposed? While watching I assumed the skirt backing was too thick to fold it over, as you did, which is why it must not be an option.
But you just proved it can be done and it looks awesome!!
Haha thanks! I have felt that WHY as well! There IS an obvious line. There IS discoloration! I guess a lot of people just don't care! But I do haha. Thanks for watching and thanks for being here!
I agree with all the above! I even had the thought of why not stape it up in a way that if a person prefers the look could pull the staples and still have it. Not sure why but a lot of people like that style of chair just the say they are. I'm not one of them! 🤣😂 My great aunt has one and for years I've begged her to let my upgrade hers into a cooler version! My thoughts were exactly what she did to this chair! My aunt has the light real color with the ottoman. I want to do this even more now!
@@KnowCanDo showing the legs is back in fashion
Loved how the chair looked! Leaving the skirt on makes it look more finished and the legs put it over the top!!!
I am soo happy the sprayer gave you soo much joy. I hate to feel defeated!!!
Thank you, Mattie! Yes, it is a very helpful tool!!!! Thanks for watching :)
I mentioned a Lauren "Furniture Flipping Teacher" that she should fold the flap under. She was not a fan of the idea.
Glad to see someone else doing it.
Because it wasn't her idea. HaHa.
Everyone has their own way of doing things. Having tried it this way, I prefer this way! But to each their own, and Lauren is so successful with what she does in her own style and ways.
@@KnowCanDo I completely agree. I wasn't saying she was wrong, I was more focused on the point that I'm glad that someone is tucking vs ripping.
Totally, Mark!! It’s fun AND helpful to see people try things in different ways. Thanks for watching. I’m glad you’re here!
Thank you, I like the stapling the fabricate underneath instead of ripping it off:)
Thanks for watching Sheila! It’s certainly much easier and I like the way it looks better, too :)
Really like the way you refurbished the chair. It looks much better than taking the skirt off. 💯❣️
Can’t believe that hack wasn’t thought of before! Lol . Good one!
Pure genius! Stapling and folding the skirt is nothing but brilliant!
Ugh just ripped a skirt off today! This is soooo genius! thanks!
You're so welcome! It definitely makes it easier :)
If you like to laugh, both of Tig Notaro's podcasts are great.
I DO like to laugh! Thanks for the recommendation :)
GENIUS!!!! Fold skirt!!!!!! Thats a HUGE nugget. Its also a cleaner look and no tearing of fabric! Great content!
Woo woo! Glad it resonated with you, Lisa. It definitely has helped me!! :)
Your chair flip is genius! I’ve owned a rocker/recliner that is a blue version of your flip. I’m going to study it to see if I can update it as you did. Also, I love the addition of the cane. The cane shrinks as it dries leaving a taut surface. Great instructional video!
Thanks so much! Yes I bet you can do it for sure. I have flipped a bunch of similar chairs (check out some of my older videos if you want to see some) and it’s definitely possible to make it work though each one is different. Thanks for watching! Happy flipping :)
I don't know what kind of podcasts you're into, but one of my faves is The Fairy Tellers. Every two weeks, Katrina and Geoff retell fairy tales from all over the world (using their hilarious down-to-earth style) and then explore some of the themes and history and cultural meanings. They put in a ton of research but really work hard to make everything very accessible - no literature degree required! It's a great way to learn new stories, learn about new cultures, and learn more about where some more familiar stories came from. It makes FANTASTIC listening for doing projects!
Oh my goodness! Love the recommendation, Crystal! Thanks so so much!
Of course! Thanks for sharing your great projects!
I have been wondering why the young ones rip skirts off. It often damages the fabric and leaves an ugly ‘unfaded’ area that really looks nasty and unfinished. Good thinking 99 lol
Hi Gail! Haha! Yeah, it's interesting. I have done it both ways, and although I prefer this new way, I definitely was able to sell chairs the other way as well. Some people aren't that picky and don't mind it-- to each their own. That said, I'm glad I figured out this way of doing it, because I like the result a lot more! :) Thanks for watching!
Genius!!! Although I’ve never flipped chairs...I’ve seen “rip the skirt off” videos over and over. I always wondered...could you tell where the staples were? Or I wondered if the fabric would match, meaning once the skirt was removed, you’d see the difference of color...faded or not. I guess that’s why I never flipped chairs. Perfection again.
Haha! Yes- literally all of the things you’ve listed are issues I’ve encountered! I’m glad I found another way :)
I only flip furniture but I’ve been thinking about flipping chairs for a while. One of the thrift stores in my area has rows and rows and rows and rows of chairs but I always walk by them. Maybe I’ll give it a go!
Oh that's awesome! If you try it, let me know how it goes for you!
Stunning transformation!!!!
Love the chair hack!!!! Your brilliant! ☺️ 🤗
Leaving the skirt and the welt looks so much better than removing it! These chairs always have a thick napped fabric like velvet or velveteen so it gets crushed where the welt and skirt are attached. There’s going to be an obvious line of demarcation when removed, also a color variation where the under side hasn’t seen any sunlight. The chairs look unfinished when the welt is removed and the line is an eyesore. The way you flipped it is much more visually appealing! It’s so funny, I grew up around these types of chairs, and I always thought they were “grandma chairs”. Too bad it took so long before I could see the potential they had. Bonus, they are super comfortable!
Thanks so much, Angela! I agree. I have done it both ways and will never go back at this point! :) And yeah, haha. After I started flipping these chairs I found one in my parents basement! But they are keeping it as-is haha. Thanks for watching!
Your channel came up in my suggested videos. When I saw you didn't rip the skirt off, I was truly impressed. I've noticed on other videos that you can clearly see the discoloration after ripping it off. Personally, I would not spend any decent amounts of money when I can tell the skirts have been ripped off and I don't care for fringe around the chairs to cover this issue unless of course it truly complements the chair and is really pleasing to the eye. Thus far, I haven't seen that. Just my humble opinion though. So overall, I think you did an amazing job. It's also a plus with all the great suggestions in the comments! Great video! :)
Thank you so much! I agree with you. It's so interesting but also having done it both ways, some customers care and some do NOT! So it's personal preference I suppose. Anyhow, thanks for watching :)
Mind blown! I love the skirt folded under.
Haha thanks Tara! I know, what an improvement, RIGHT?! :) Thanks for watching!
Loved the idea of folding the skirt under instead of ripping it off.
Thanks so much!
I have always wondered why not just fold the skirt under . It looks so much nicer this way.❤😊
Holy smokes this looks so much easier than trying to rip off the skirt! Thanks for the idea!!
Thanks, Samantha! Happy to help. It definitely is easier and I think it looks better too :)
Wonderful! Great job. Inspirational for certain.
Thanks so much, Sue! I really appreciate the encouragement
Wow, the chair legs make a world of difference, and how great to see you really cleaned that chair well. Both pieces look great!
Thanks so much! 😊I know, the legs totally take the chair in a completely different direction and I'm here for it! Haha! Thanks for watching :)
I'm a new sub. Because of your influence, I bought a paint sprayer & wet dry cleaning system. Great job
Wow your way of flipping these vintage chairs is perfect, great job.
Thank you so much, Cherrie!
For those doors, make a simple A-frame with eye screws (think swing set). Then you can hang them with wire to spray them. Gets you off the ground, saves your back, and allows the whole thing to paint and dry. Just touch up where the wire is, if needed.
Ah! That sounds great. I definitely need to check that out. Thanks Mikayla for the tip!
Hanging hinges can be a pain. Use a fine knife to score lines above and below the hinges before you remove them, and mark which hinge came from where so everything goes back in the exact same place.
That’s a great strategy!! Thanks!
GENIUS!
Thanks, Lisa! :)
Omg you are genius! I just got a chair and I want to rip the skirt but it's nailed on was impossible! now! you saved my time and make the chair worth more! Thank you!
Oh yay!! So glad to hear it. Have fun!!
To tighten a bit in a drill, hold the tightening collar in your hand and turn it on. The drill will self tighten. I've never had a bit come out.
Thanks Teresa! I don’t know what was going on with this drill. I’ve never had issues like that before or since!
Most people in our area prefer and pay more for a swivel vs. stationary legs. I do like the look of folded over fabric tho
That’s so interesting! I have noticed the opposite here. What area are you in?
Very instructive with a calm demeanor which I really enjoyed. Thanks.
You are welcome! Thanks for being here
I just found a chair almost identical to this one, except it had legs, not a swivel. I did take off the skirt, but saved the piping trim. I hot glued the trim back on and it covered the staples. I also had to remove the staples and re staple the fabric that was under the skirt because it was very haphazardly stapled. I do like the idea of not removing the skirt, just folding it up, but concerned about bulk. From the angle you photographed the chair at the end the metal plates for the legs were visible. Since this chair was not designed for legs, that may the reason why. I was lucky that there was not any fading of color that other people mentioned. Keep on working and improving your skills.
Hi Anne! That is awesome. I'm glad that you had success with your chair! Yeah, sometimes they are very haphazardly stapled.... results may vary haha! I have just recently learned that the bulk is only an issue if there is too much fabric covering the wood where the screws go in. There is a way to screw in the new leg plates FIRST and then fold, cut, measure and glue/staple the fabric in place perfectly so that the metal doesn't show but I only just thought of that right this second haha. That said, the metal only showed because of the angle I photographed it ... but otherwise you couldn't see it from standing or sitting height. Great feedback, though! I'm always always always learning, and I so appreciate thoughtful comments like yours. Thanks for watching!
Great idea!!
Thanks so much!
I don't have to rip off the skirt?! You're genius!!
Haha! Thanks! It’s soooooo much easier this way!
I’ve wondered why people weren’t doing this the whole time. Lol seems so much easier
literally just watched a video of a woman ripping off the skirts lol, glad i saw this or id of followed in her footsteps
Haha! Oh TH-cam is good, huh!? There are pros and cons to each strategy for sure but I think mine looks better ;)
I would have left the doors with the glass. The cane was unevenly installed and scraggly where you stapled and cut it, it wasn't finished. I would have been an unhappy buyer. I prefer a bronze hinges and draw pulls.
Hi Donna! Luckily the buyer was happy with it! To each their own. I also love bronze.
Great work! 👍👍
Thanks so much, Jacquie!
Nice work! I love rocker recliners, though, and they sell well doing everything here but replacing the legs. : )
A handyman I used to know always told me to tighten screws loosely in each hole and then tighten the two opposite and then the other two opposite so as not to add undo stress to any one area.
Good for you! Now you can take the suggestions and use it to your benefit and keep doing it! I’m inspired…I have a ton of stuff to flip!
Thanks, Nanette! Yes, I posted this video in April and I've definitely learned SO MUCH since then. Check out my newer videos if you haven't already! Flipping is so fun :) Thanks for watching!
@@KnowCanDo omg lol. I didn’t even notice. I’m subscribed so I’m definitely getting caught up!
Drill tiny pilot holes on the bottom frames. Screw in two cup holder hooks. You can hang them on a wooden hanger. Preferably one that swivels. You will have access to the entire frame
GREAT tip!!!
To paint frames (doors or pics) I hang them on a wire, like an opened coat hanger. Just unscrew the neck of the wire hanger and make a Z shape. Hook one over the top of something and put the frame on the bottom of the Z to hang freely. Make sure the coats are light or it will run. That works for me!
Hey Cheryl! I love that idea. Thanks so much for sharing! :)
I’ve been tempted to get a sprayer but concerned about clogging and cleaning in general. You are the first person I’ve seen use a topcoat with one. As for your doors, always number the hinges they make a difference
Hello! So it is easy to clean as long as you don't leave it sitting out for days on end (......) but I will say that this particular one has a motor attached to the spray piece and if the motor gets overheated I have found that the paint can get kinda clogged.
EXCELLENT VIDEO....
So glad I found this video... Love it!
Yay! Glad you found it too, Judi!
Well done!! Genius idea to not rip the skirt!! Thank you
Thanks Melanie! Thanks for watching!!!
Two tips from an old furniture flipper. Use the beads you removed from back of cabinet doors, to seal the frayed edges of cane. And never EVER cut off chair skirts. If you want to staple them under, keep them intact. These types of chairs always look more balanced with skirts, and at some point this fad of "no skirt" will end. Too many lovely old chairs will be trashed due to lack of skirts. We have an obligation to the planet and to heritage, to ensure the pieces we work on can stay the distance. Don't do anything that can't be undone.
Thanks so much for your wisdom! I really appreciate it and you're right-- what's done cannot be undone! Good to keep that in mind for sure.
I would love it if you did a video tutorial for the sprayer
Coming soon, Maria!
Looks good, but the tucked up skirt on the chair looks funny.
To each their own! Thanks for watching, Kay!
@@KnowCanDo so true!
Can you do a video on how you clean your paint sprayer and do you clean it the same way when you use your top coat? Thxs
Sure! Sounds like a plan. Make sure you’re subscribed and hit the notification bells so you don’t miss itn
If you could do a tutorial on how to use a paint sprayer, I would really appreciate. You did a lovely job on both items. Thank you.
I love that hack. New sub
Awesome, welcome Hilarie! Thanks for being here.
When putting in screws. Don’t Tighten one down put a one in go CrossFit Meta put another one in tighten them down across from each other one at a time never tighten the screw and then try and tighten the other three. That’s my opinion of course go across from each other
Great tip, Sandra! I tried that recently and it worked great. Thank you!
Nice makeovers. 1st time on your site. My podcast suggestion to you is Simply Luxurious Life...There are many subjects to choose from. ENJOY
Thanks so much, Gwendolyn!
Chair looks great. Thanks for the skirt hack. I would have Chaulk painted it. The burnt Orange is kinda old fashioned
Thanks! Yeah it I’d definitely a bit old fashion but it’s also extremely trendy right now in my city! Thanks for watching.
Muuuuuuch nicer than ripping of the fabric : ) and no risk of sunfading showing on the chair. Just as we discussed
Exactly!!! Thanks for the tips!
Adjust the pressure for how much paint comes out. Better coverage. That way it doesn’t come out like a can of spray paint
Totally. Thanks, Shannon!
Podcasts: 99% invisible, Criminal, Love and Radio
Thanks, Molly! I have listened to 99% invisible before and will have to check it out again. Thanks for watching :)
Good job.
Thanks Sara! Thanks for watching :)
Beautiful! I did not look like there were the corner pieces of fabric on the chair. That is the challenge I have discovered. How to get that fabric tucked up and stapled with that corner piece inserted. I have two beautiful Cheryl chairs but the legs are stuck in way far up. So I am trying to figure out how to staple the skirt around the existing legs. I don’t think I could remove the legs without destroying the chair
Thanks so much! Yes, I know exactly what you are talking about, I think. Check out this video, around 4 minutes in I remove the corner piece and staple the other pieces under. It can be done. You go this !
th-cam.com/video/0fUYPTVpG54/w-d-xo.html
Good job!!👍
The fabric stapling is an excellent idea!!! I will keep this in mind if I ever flip any chairs. Also I love your hair cut. It looks amazing on you.
Thank you! 😊What a kind compliment. And yes, this is way easier :) Happy flipping!
If you can hang up the door frames by hooking a corner, then you get get to them from both sides, and only have one little spot to touch up later.
That is a GREAT idea that I hadn't considered! Thanks, Mette!!
May I suggest a way to get the corners a little neater on the chair? Take the middle piece, lay it flat, staple it with staples close to inside. Trim off excess, then fold the others in. Or you might be able to just reduce the bulk by cutting out lining
Great idea!
Sand lightly between coats.
Yes! :)
You should have a beer sponsorship. Brilliant using the cans to dry the legs on.
Haha, Jacquie, I'd love that! Except that these are plain seltzer cans :) I drink way more seltzer than beer, though, so I'm here for it! Thanks for watching :)
Thank you sweetie love it ALL! I'm looking for a realistic ideas, I'm also sell on Facebook and also want to buy furniture to flip, but I need to star from scratch and this is a realistic idea me, keep them coming 😘
Awesome, Angela! I am glad it is helpful. Lots more to come! :) Thanks for watching.
I would have changed the cardboard backing on the cabinet. Lowe’s or Home Depot would have cut out a piece the size you needed, Masonite or some other inexpensive wood would do. I think your projects came out nice. I personally like a skirt on certain pieces. Most TH-cam furniture make overs remove the skirt. But it isn’t always necessary all the time. Does your paint sprayer require an air compressor? I would like to have one that doesn’t. Keep up the good work. I’ve been rehabing furniture for many years and I love to do it. 👍🏼
Totally. At the time I didn't even know that was an option!!!! I am still a beginner but learning so much every day. This video is from April so I've graduated a couple levels since ;) The paint sprayer doesn't require an air compressor. I'll do a tutorial on it soon! Thanks for watching.
You could have finished the inside of the cane edge with the rubber that was holding the glass in.
Totally. That would be good for hiding the staples, but wouldn't keep it tight enough without staples. :)
Very nicely done! Great ideas and work!!
Thank you so much, Emily! I appreciate the compliments thanks so much for watching!
Yes- love it - no raw edge!!!
Thanks Julie! I agree!!
I'm not great at podcasts, but I do think Kacha and Christina Muscari started one, maybe they just did one or two episodes. But I like Crime Junkies, from what little I know. I do listen to Hoopla, I get it free through my library, which is a lot like audible.
Thanks!! Yes I just heard about Kacha's podcast and have listened a bit. Thanks for sharing!
@@KnowCanDo Definitely! Thank you for sharing as well!
That looks sooo much better than tearing the skirt off! But in my neck of the woods you're lucky to find a chair like that for under $80, and then you're lucky to sell it for $100. If I do it I'll do it for myself.
Thanks so much Beanie! What part of the world do you live in?
I just found your channel. You inspire me to try new projects. I love that you were fearless with that sprayer! Good job! 👍
Aw, thanks so much, Melinda! THAT is what this channel is all about. Trying new things and learning along the way. Thanks for being here! -Clara
I'd like to know more about the paint sprayer. I think it must take FOREVER to clean! 🤢 I have shelves that need painted! Figured I'll paint and throw away roller sponge when finished as I always do when I've painted walls! 😂 Hate paint clean-up and the rollers are never the same.
Awesome, Jules! I will be doing a sprayer tutorial/review soon.... And it's actually not too hard to clean out! You just wash it with soap and water. I use all water based chalkstyle paints which are really easy to clean. They come out of brushes and rollers really easily as well! Thanks for watching :)
Big mistake on removing the original leg base. The swivel is whole reason these chairs are desirable! And rocker even better
First of all I don’t mind making mistakes as I am a beginner. However, I have great success selling these without the rockers and it’s in high demand. Some people prefer it with the swivel and some without. Ive sold them both ways and whenever I remove the swivel rocker and put on new legs it sells for higher. Thanks for watching.
I have a chair almost exactly like this and while the swivel is nice, it doesn't look nice once you remove the skirt and expose it.
Did you sand in between coats of paint? And then did you wipe it off it looked in the photos pretty dusty. Overall you did a brilliant job on the TV stand and the chair kudos to you😊
Hi Suzanne! I didn't sand between coats. And it DID look super dusty in the photos... I was rushing taking the photos but I did go over it and wipe it down well before selling. Check out my newer videos if you haven't already-- this is from April and I've learned SO MUCH since then! Thanks for watching :)
RUST-Oleum makes a water-based one step stain and polyurethane in various colors that is low VOC and can be used inside with no respirator. It dries very fast. Look for
Varathane
ONE STEP
STAIN & POLYURETHANE
I’ve used this product for years and really like it. It comes in quart size only I think ☀️
Wow, Thanks Bonnie!! I didn't know that. I am always looking for things that are low VOC as I don't love wearing my respirator for hours on end ha. Thank you so so much I will look into this! -Clara
Thank you! I’ve watched a few and can’t figure out why people are tearing off and wasting the skirts. At least maybe take it off carefully and use the fabric for bolster pillows or something. And there’s never an explanation why they’re doing it. It’s also so much nicer stapled up like that instead of a different shade torn up edge for no good reason.
First time to watch you and I really like you and your easy going personality.
I know I watched it from 3 months ago, but could you increase the volume of your videos? Thanks.
Hi Karen I’m glad you liked the video! I’ve improved the audio in the last three months so watch the new videos for better sound quality
I love how you did the chair!
Do you find that they sell better if your remove the swivel and replace with legs instead?
Thanks, Jason! Honestly, it depends. Sometimes people love the swivel rocker!!! And some prefer legs... Generally I will leave on the swivel rocker if it looks good but often they are old and beat up :)
I think it would have looked better if you would have finished the rattan off on the inside of the doors as it looked very messy and also the hole in the back..a small piece of hardboard would have been a better option and spent the extra £5 ..
I agree with you Jane! However this was my first time ever using cane or doing this type of project so I didn’t know what I didn’t know :) but now I do, for the future! Cheers to learning 🥂
Nicely done! Much like culture clothing, it’s nice to have well finished edges on every part, even the unseen areas. Some hacks to make The piece look good only work from the social aka “good “side. No one wants to see the “bad “ side. It’s kind of tacky. This is much nicer, And leaves a better impression.
Thank you very much!
Curious what cleaning solution you use for cleaning the chairs?? I have the same machine and haven’t used it yet. Thanks for the great video . Brilliant work!!!
Hi Deanna! Usually I just put in a splash of white vinegar, a squirt of dish soap and some warm water! :)
Just found your videos, love them! Would love a tutorial on the paint sprayer.
Thanks! I will make one soon. Definitely some ups and downs with it and still getting it figured out, but I do still feel like it totally beats painting with a brush!!
@@KnowCanDo Spray pint is very thin, though its easier than using brush, best option is to use both
Way to go on the folding the skirt. It gives it a much cleaner look took. Sprayer first, then the power stapler, eh?
Thanks! I agree. And yep :)
@@KnowCanDo keep going kid... I love the adventure. I never bought a sprayer yet... interesting. I bet I wouldn't like the clean up.
@@LuckyDogDave yeah, it’s a bit annoying but better than cleaning brushes!
You need to keep track of where each hinge comes from and return it to it's original spot.
Hi Marie! I definitely did that but they were off kilter to start with :( It just wasn’t a very high quality piece unfortunately! Luckily I was able to make do in the end. Thanks so much for watching!
Nice flip! TFS. Christine 🇨🇦
Thanks so much Christine!